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Cheap flights from Mackay to New South Wales from $179

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — SYD
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales

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Cheapest flights from Mackay to New South Wales
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to New South Wales. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Tue 16/1206:30MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1210:00SYD - MKY
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$427
Fri 26/1206:30MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1207:00SYD - MKY
1 stop15h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$502
Tue 16/1209:35MKY - SYD
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1217:30SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$886
Fri 12/1217:35MKY - SYD
2 stops25h 10mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/1208:30SYD - MKY
1 stop9h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$906
Fri 26/1215:20MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1215:00SYD - MKY
2 stops7h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/12$1,232
Tue 16/1220:00MKY - SYD
2 stops34h 50mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1218:50SYD - MKY
2 stops27h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/12$2,774
Fri 26/1220:00MKY - SYD
2 stops34h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 30/1218:50SYD - MKY
2 stops23h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$2,798
Fri 12/1220:00MKY - SYD
2 stops34h 50mAir New Zealand
Fri 19/1209:55SYD - MKY
2 stops12h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$4,401

Find flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mackay to New South Wales flight deals. Data was last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$413

One-way from

$179

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$490
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 23/4-26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 40m total
  • Mackay to New South Wales
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 00m total
  • Mackay to New South Wales
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to New South Wales that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mackay to New South Wales that are best for you.

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Mackay

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New South Wales

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 23/4

08:25-12:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

08:00-13:25

1 stop5h 25m

$413

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 12/1

15:25-20:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/1

09:00-21:45

1 stop13h 45m

$443

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 26/12

06:30-12:40

1 stop5h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

07:00-21:45

1 stop15h 45m

$502

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 23/4

21:15-08:40

1 stop11h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

19:45-20:35

2 stops24h 50m

$725

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 29/1

13:20-19:25

1 stop5h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

18:35-21:45

1 stop4h 10m

$814

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 5/2

08:45-13:55

1 stop4h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

11:40-14:35

1 stop3h 55m

$826

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 26/12

15:20-21:30

1 stop5h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

15:00-21:45

2 stops7h 45m

$1,232

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 26/12

20:00-07:50

2 stops34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

18:50-17:10

2 stops23h 20m

$2,798

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 18/12

17:35-22:25

1 stop3h 50m

$245

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 15/1

06:00-13:55

1 stop6h 55m

$324

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New South Wales from Mackay with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mackay to New South Wales

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales (average of $98). Flying from Mackay to New South Wales in September is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MKY to NSW?

Find hourly flight availability from Mackay to New South Wales. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Mackay to New South Wales is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 57% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mackay to New South Wales?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to New South Wales. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to New South Wales flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New South Wales

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New South Wales. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New South Wales. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Mackay to New South Wales. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
490 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mackay to New South Wales. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay (MKY) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New South Wales from Mackay.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

    For as low as $413, Virgin Australia can have you in New South Wales from Mackay in 4h 15m. The distance from Mackay to New South Wales is about 1432 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Mackay to New South Wales one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Mackay to New South Wales for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to New South Wales that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Mackay to New South Wales flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mackay to New South Wales.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales (average of $98). Flying from Mackay to New South Wales in September is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Mackay to New South Wales

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to New South Wales. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$152Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$324Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$491Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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